Lead Automotive Technician & Diagnostics Mentor

pepboyscareers; Palmdale (CA); On-site; USD 24,000 - 47,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision

Life insurance

Short Term Disability

Supplemental benefits

401(k) with company match

PTO and holidays

DailyPay

Part-time benefits available

Job summary

Pep Boys in Palmdale, CA seeks an experienced Technician to diagnose drivability and electrical systems and to lead a team that delivers superior customer service. You will interact with customers, explain repairs, and mentor other technicians to raise shop performance.

Requirements include 3+ years of automotive diagnosis/repair, High School diploma, 4+ ASE certifications (A4/A5 plus two more), 609 cert, State Inspection license if applicable, a valid driver’s license, and willingness to work

Qualifications

• 3+ years of strong automotive mechanical diagnosis, problem-solving and repair experience.
• 4+ ASE certifications are PREFERRED for this position (A4 Steering and Suspension & A5 Brakes, plus 2 from the following: A1 Engine Repair, A6 Electrical, A7 HVAC, A8 Engine Performance, L1 Advanced Engine Performance)
• Section 609 certification required
• State Inspection license if applicable
• High level of motivation, energy and a customer-focused attitude
• Must have a valid driver's license
• Successful completion of pre-employment background check
• Availability to work days, nights, holidays, and weekends as needed

Responsibilities

• Diagnose and repair to specifications -- brake and hydraulic, exhaust, primary and/or advanced fuel ignition and electrical, suspension and alignment, air conditioning and computer systems.
• Perform job duties of all lower job descriptions (Technician B, Mechanic, General Service Technician).
• Adequately explain technical diagnoses and needed repairs to non-mechanical individuals which may include employees and customers on an as-required basis.
• Continuously learn new technical information and techniques in formal training sessions in order to stay abreast with rapidly changing automotive technology.
• Assist fellow technicians/mechanics in performing technical activities.
• Keep store management aware of mechanical repair problems as they occur.
• Maintain an organized and neat shop.
• Adhere to all company policies, procedures, safety and environmental rules.

Skills

Automotive diagnostics

Problem-solving

Repair experience

Leadership / mentoring

Customer-focused

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Pep Boys in Palmdale, CA seeks an experienced Technician to diagnose drivability and electrical systems and to lead a team that delivers superior customer service. You will interact with customers, explain repairs, and mentor other technicians to raise shop performance.

Requirements include 3+ years of automotive diagnosis/repair, High School diploma, 4+ ASE certifications (A4/A5 plus two more), 609 cert, State Inspection license if applicable, a valid driver’s license, and willingness to work